1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1966 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1954 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB2 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
